EarPopper Home Version - Ear Pressure Relief Device

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My daughter has had some kind of ear problem over the past few days, and we were looking for some medical assistance just in case she was about to lose her hearing. We asked an attending physician if there were any products that could help and he directed us to the EarPopper. Just one application was all that was needed and her ears got better almost instantly. The results speak for themselves. - Luke R." The EarPopper® device is currently being used in practioners' offices around the world for helping relieve ear pressure and treating the problem at the source- The Eustachian Tube. If the Eustachian tube stays closed, as during inhalant allergy, head cold, or middle ear infection, the oxygen trapped in the middle ear cavity is soon absorbed into the mucosa, creating a vacuum. The ensuring vacuum causes the cavity to fill with mucous. If uninterrupted, it will continue to do so until the pressure can cause tympanic membrane perforation. It is that in-between state that presents varying types of possible objective tinnitus: roaring, buzzing, humming, heartbeat, and in some cases, spasm of the tensor tympani and/or venous hum (when the pressure on vascular structures and surrounding tissues become too great). All of this, of course, can be ascertained through tympanometry, otoscopy, and other diagnostic measures.

The EarPopper ®balances pressure in the middle ear by delivering a safe, constant stream of air into the nasal cavity. During the moment of swallowing, the air opens the Eustachian Tube, clearing the middle ear, relieving negative ear pressure and allowing any fluids to drain. The Eustachian Tube (ET) is the body’s only mechanism for equalizing pressure and ventilating the space behind the eardrum (Middle Ear). The ET normally opens when you swallow or yawn. A normallyfunctioning ET keeps the middle ear ventilated and the pressure equalized. Hold nosepiece firmly against nostril (creating a good seal is crucial). Press other nostril closed with finger. The Eustachian Tube (ET) is the body's only mechanism for equalizing pressure and ventilating the space behind the eardrum (Middle Ear). The ET normally opens when you swallow or yawn. When functioning normally the ET keeps the middle ear ventilated and the pressure equalized. Nonsurgical home treatment of middle ear effusion and associated hearing loss of children. Part I: Clinical trial’ ENT JOURNAL Sept. 2005. ‘Nonsurgical home treatment of middle ear effusion and associated hearing loss in children. Part II: Validation study’ ENT JOURNAL Oct. 2005.Unlike other products on the market that make similar claims, the EarPopper® device is the only clinically proven, FDA cleared device that is used and recommended by Healthcare Practitioners around the world. The conditions above require a prescription be written for the patient for the EP-2000 Home Version with specific treatment recommendations given by the physician based on the condition being treated. The physician should always administer the first treatment in the office to ensure efficacy and to demonstrate proper use so the patient feels comfortable using their EarPopper at home and to ensure treatment compliancy.

The EarPopper is designed for people who suffer from ear problems caused by colds, allergies, sinusitis, rhinitis and elevation changes (for example, air travel or scuba diving). The EarPopper clears the ear naturally with air – it’s that easy!After 2-3 seconds of air flow, swallow with mouth closed while the motor is running. (Hint: holding a small amount of liquid in mouth prior to procedure may aid in swallowing.)

The EarPopper® has been clinically proven to relieve negative ear pressure. Negative ear pressure can cause: NOTE: Patients, please print out the medical authorization form andhave your prescription faxed in toll free to 888-685-5455. Always consult your doctor before use. When the ET doesn't function normally and the middle ear isn't ventilated properly the middle ear becomes a closed space with unbalanced pressure. An unbalanced middle ear forces pressure on the eardrum which is not only uncomfortable, but also affects your hearing. This closed space also cannot drain properly resulting in fluid build up behind the eardrum. The EarPopper® helps avoid and even eliminate an unbalanced middle ear. The EarPopper® opens the ET with air. It is fast, simple and completely safe as proven in numerous clinical studies including the latest study published in the Ear, Nose & Throat Journal and funded by the National Institutes of Health. Note: This is an FDA approved product - the 510K #K073401. The Professional VerisonEarPopper ® is only available to doctors and the Home Version is available with a doctor's prescription.Everyone can relate to the discomfort of ear pressure. You might experience this while flying on an airplane or traveling on a fast moving elevator (especially when you have a cold or allergies). The pressure on the eardrums and the related discomfort can be unbearable. Not to mention the reduction in hearing from the pressure on the eardrums and the potential for more serious problems if the pressure isn't relieved. Based on a 120-year-old proven medical procedure called Politzerization, the EarPopper® gently opens the Eustachian tubes with air. Insurance Reimbursement: The patient is responsible for purchasing the EarPopper ®. Claflin will not bill your insurance provider. It is then up to the patient to verify coverage by an insurer and to submit any insurance claims on their own. Coverage depends on the individual patient's policy. Treatment always begins in the physician’s office with the EP-3000 Office Version (CPT code 69401). Some situational conditions can be treated successfully in the office and may only require one or two treatments.